2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 376 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Esprit | Hilux |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3090 mm |